The Greatest Cars Ever Made

From the safest family autos to today's most incredible supercars, this updated A-Z has it all Car lovers: indulge yourself with this must-have guide to more than 300 of the greatest automobiles in history It contains all the technical specifications and details of beloved classic vehicles; stunning photographs of the sexiest supercars; and new entries on the McLaren P1, LaFerrari, and the Porsche 918, plus the hybrid/electric models that are making waves. Illustrated with both color and black-and-white photographs, each vehicle comes with in-depth technical specifications, statistics, authoritative assessment, and complete road-worthy analysis. Anyone interested in driving will find this an essential reference. Previously published as The A-Z of Cars.

Award-winning automotive historian, author, and photographer Dennis Adler takes you on a whirlwind tour through more than a century of automotive history, from the first production motorcar, the 1886 Benz Patent Motorwage, to fabled makes including Hispano-Suiza, Duesenberg, packard, and Hudson More than 200 stunning color photographs define and detail the remarkable styling and revolutionary mechanical engineering for 100 greatest cars ever built. Adler, in accordance with the world's leading automotive dseigners, collectors, and authorities, picks the top ten cars of all time--breathtaking cars that have become the motoring icons of the twentieth century. The Art of the Automobile reveals not only the makes and models that have left an indelible mark on the motoring world, but why and how these specific cars have become so important to the history of the automobile itself. For anyone whose pulse quickens at the sound of a Ferrari V-12, or whose heart races at the sight of a glorious 1930s Duesenberg, here, truly, is the essential car book of the century.

For some, cars are simply transportation, but for others, they are a religion and, to this group, The 50 Greatest Cars of All Time is the Bible. This book looks at the absolute cream of the automotive crop, the cars throughout history that meant something and made a difference -- from the carriagelike contrivances of Daimler and Benz to the sleek Ferrari Daytona. Illustrated with rare photographs that depict the beauty of these fine cars, the book brings to light the story behind each of these landmark vehicles. Why did Packard fall from grace as the grandest American motor car? Why was the gorgeous Cord 810 a commercial flop? More than a history, The 50 Greatest Cars of All Time is a tribute to man's attempt to build the perfect automobile.

Foreword by Formula 1 world champion Jenson Button. From the magazine synonymous with style comes the ultimate guide to the greatest cars the world has ever seen. With imagery from the finest motoring photographers, plus British GQ's knowledgeable in-depth reports, the cars in this book represent the pinnacle of driving style and performance. From design classics to the very latest machines, GQ Drives is an indispensable handbook of automotive excellence. Over 50 incredible drives, including: Ferrari FXX Mercedes-AMG Project One Lamborghini Huracán Aston Martin One-77 Jaguar E-Type Chevrolet Corvette ZO6 Pininfarina Battista Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupé And many more...

Written by two renowned motoring journalists, "The A-Z of Cars" takes a comprehensive look at the world's most celebrated automobiles and this revised edition features 16 more pages than before It showcases over 400 vehicles, ranging from sleek sports cars (Aston Martin DB7) to cult favorites like the Volkswagen Beetle and Austin Mini. All the great carmakers past and present are included, along with in-depth technical specifications and striking photographs. These are the vehicles that fill true enthusiasts' dreams and this is the essential reference for auto fanatics."

In this unique bible of motoring coolness, Top Gear's Matt Master recounts the stories behind history's greatest cars, from pre-war vintage motors to the supercars of the future, pairing stunning Top Gear photography and rarely seen archive photographs with expert commentary.